Chunky Knit

When the weatherman calls for an arctic blast, it's time to pull out the chunky knits. Today is back to basics with black and white and a soft gray coat. Booties and leggings have been a go-to this winter. 

Coat: J.Crew (old) similar style here; Sweater: Ann Taylor; Legging: J.Crew; Booties: Nine West (similar here); Bag: Vintage Chanel 

Cranberry Crush

A week out from Thanksgiving and food is already on my mind! Holidays remind me of family gatherings and colorful spreads. The sweater wraps dress is an ode to the cranberry side. The hue is muted and warm and perfect with other neutral colors such as black and white. All wrapped up with the edition of a wedge boot and winter coat this November day.

Wrap Dress: DVF (similar here); Coat: J.Crew; Boot: Seychelles; Bag: Vintage Chanel; Bracelets: Stella & Dot, Kenneth Jay Lane; Ring: David Yurman 

Sweater Weather

Temperatures drop and the layers are piled on! Today is a combination of a sweater tunic, leggings, a crisp white blouse and a light scarf for a pop of color. Keeping with the layering (and staying warm) trend, I added a black riding boot. Testing the waters with a bold lip, I took it one step below oxblood with a cider berry.  

Sweater: J. Crew, Legging: Old, but great basics here, Blouse: Gap, Boot: Target (very similar here), Scarf: Target, Bag: Vintage Chanel, Sunnies: Tory Burch, Bracelets: J.Crew, Lily & Laura, Earrings: Vintage Chanel

Flashy Fringe

When I think of fringe;  playful and party come to mind. Not to mention it embraces this summer's Great Gatsby's 1920's glitz theme. Amplifying the texture even more is the layering of lace. Today's version is somewhat dressed down, but could totally steal the spotlight by adding a sequin tank and a glass of champagne! (always add champagne) Though I have embraced the ensemble as black and white, color could easily be added with a bold clutch or bag,  an edgy pump or simply a coral lip! 

Skirt: A Similar Basic Here, Go Wild in Color Here; Top: Ann Taylor (similar here); Heels: Zara (Very Similar Here); Earrings: Vintage Chanel; Crystal Bangles: Adriana Orsini; Bracelets: Hermes & David Yurman

Bright Idea

My neon tweed jacket offers a shot of color against darker winter-like garments. The vivid hue amps up an otherwise lackluster work outfit. Though the colors of my top are simple, the tailored kimono sleeve adds edge. Walking around in the suede, pointed, open back pumps gives me a slight fifth avenue feel and when I laid eyes on them, I swooned over the adorably structured bows! 

Green Tweed Blazer (very old, but somewhat similar here), DVF Kimono Sleeve Top (old), Really Skinny Pant, Pointed Bow Pump (found at Dress Raleigh), Vintage Chanel Purse.

Feeling Fancy

Brrr! As we say sayonara to any last glimmer of warmer weather, it's time to pull out cold weather essentials such as tweed, tights and quilted Chanel bags (Ok, so you will most likely survive the chill sans Chanel) A high-waisted skirt works because it creates a soft A-line look and cinches just at the right part above your hips. The tulle accents on my top add an element of fun and you can't go wrong with tweed! (I don't care what the critics say, I'm a huge fan of winter white!) Lastly, my vintage Chanel purse was a rare find but probably one of the best purchases I ever made. It adds luxury to any attire and I kind of die every time I switch out purses to this one!

Tulle Top (old), French Connection Skirt (same style, different pattern here), J.Crew Tweed Jacket (old).

Tory Burch Wedge (similar and on sale!), Vintage Chanel Bag, Adriana Orsini Bangles , David Yurman Ring, J.Crew Black Bangle, Tory Burch Sunglasses. 

I love that these earrings are both silver and gold and who can resist vintage Chanel?

Two toned Chanel stud earrings